Courses* taken by our Medical Assistant students include:

<strong>Basic and Advanced Phlebotomy Theory</strong>
This course covers essential techniques and step-by-step procedures for venipuncture and various specimen collections focusing on the Medical Assistant’s scope of practice for laboratory procedures. Topics include Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) regulations, universal precautions, infection control and sterile techniques. An overview of anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system and hematology are introduced. The Medical Assistant’s responsibility in providing patient education, quality care, and demonstrating professional behavior are emphasized throughout this course.

<strong>Medical Assisting Competencies</strong>
This course focuses on the role of the Medical Assistant in assisting with various exams. Students will be introduced to fundamental clinical skills such as obtaining and recording vital signs, preparing rooms and setting up trays. Topics include OSHA guidelines, regulations, ambulation and mobility instruction, basic concepts of diet and exercise and the theory of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, emergency procedures and medical office safety procedures. An overview of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology related to the cardiovascular and respiratory systems are covered. In addition, students will receive an introduction to basic concepts of radiology. The Medical Assistant’s responsibility in providing patient education, quality care and demonstrating professional behavior are emphasized throughout this course.

<strong>Medical Assisting Applications 1</strong>
This course teaches pharmacology, administration of medication, and the skills of patient preparation and assessment for various clinical procedures. Sites and techniques of injections, and various other clinical procedures as well as health and nutritional concepts are included in this course. A grade of “C” or better is required to earn credit for this course.

<em>*Students will take additional program courses on top of the three listed courses. Courses may vary by program, credential level and campus.</em>